From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Cross River State under the Tanimu Turaki (SAN)-led National Working Committee (NWC), Mr. Julius Udayi, has declared that he is the only duly recognised governorship candidate of the party for the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press briefing in Calabar, Udayi said the briefing became necessary following what he described as attempts by certain individuals to mislead party members and the public by parading themselves as PDP governorship aspirants in the state. He maintained that the position of his faction is backed by judgments of the…
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From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Executive Director of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Catherine Russell, has concluded a visit to Nigeria, highlighting the immense potential of the country’s children and calling for sustained investment to safeguard recent development gains amid mounting global and regional economic pressures. In a statement issued on Friday, Susan Akila, Communication and Advocacy Specialist, Communications, Advocacy and Partnerships, UNICEF, said Nigeria, with nearly 105 million children and adolescents, representing about half of its population, has one of the world’s greatest opportunities to transform its youthful population into a driving force for human capital development,…
By Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has called on the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to provide additional support for the development of healthcare and educational infrastructure across the state, particularly in communities affected by insecurity. Governor Ahmed Aliyu made the appeal while receiving the Executive Director of UNICEF, Ms. Catherine Russell, during a courtesy visit to the Government House in Sokoto. Aliyu said his administration has prioritised the welfare of women and children through free healthcare services, the renovation of health facilities, and the provision of a conducive learning environment in schools. He disclosed that the…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Special Adviser to the Kano State Governor on Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Sani Musa Danja, has declared that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s achievements in office have made conventional political campaigns almost unnecessary, insisting that the administration’s record of transformative governance has become its strongest campaign message ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an engagement with youth groups and political supporters in Kano, Danja said Governor Yusuf has demonstrated exceptional leadership through strategic investments in youth empowerment, sports development, education, infrastructure and social welfare, earning widespread public confidence across the state. According to him,…
By Abubakar Umar Muhammad The Kano Health Trust Fund (KHETFUND) is pleased to announce that the renovation of Jambulo Health Post has been successfully completed, and the facility is set to commence healthcare services soon. This milestone reflects the commitment of the Executive Secretary of KHETFUND, Dr. Fatima Usman Zahraddeen, and her dedicated team towards improving primary healthcare infrastructure and expanding access to quality healthcare services across Kano State. The renovated health post provides a safe and conducive environment for healthcare workers and patients and is expected to serve the healthcare needs of the Jambulo community and surrounding areas. The…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has congratulated the newly elected executives of the Adamawa State chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), urging them to justify the confidence reposed in them by their colleagues through purposeful leadership and commitment to grassroots development. Governor Fintiri stated that the new executives emerged after a peaceful election conducted on Wednesday, following the swearing-in of the 21 elected Local Government Council Chairmen in the state. At the end of the election, Dr. Titus Obadiah, Chairman of Mayo-Belwa Local Government Council, emerged as the Chairman of the…
By Mu’awuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Speaker of the Katsina State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Nasiru Yahaya Daura, has said that the legislature enjoys full independence under the administration of Governor Dikko Umar Radda. The Speaker stated this while receiving members of the APC Zallah Network Political Campaign Organisation led by its Director-General, Dr. Bala Nuhu Kankia, in Katsina. Daura explained that the Assembly operates and conducts its legislative activities without interference from the executive arm of government. He added that, within the last three years, the Assembly has passed several bills into law covering key sectors such as…
By Ekaette Okon Joseph and Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Education has been described as the foundation of development and good governance. The Special Assistant to the Akwa Ibom State Governor on Media, Ekaette Okon Joseph, made this assertion in a statement, stressing that the true measure of government commitment is reflected not only in policy declarations but also in financial decisions. She stated that in Akwa Ibom State, Governor Umo Eno has increasingly demonstrated that investment in education and young people is a long-term economic strategy rather than merely a social obligation. According to her, recent approvals for examination fees,…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Akwa Ibom State Government has approved N1.368 billion to pay the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) fees and related expenses for students across the state, as part of Governor Umo Eno’s commitment to removing financial barriers in education. The Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, Ekaette Okon Joseph, said the administration has invested significantly in education through various programmes aimed at improving access and supporting young people. She stated that the latest approvals for examination fees, bursaries and youth support programmes demonstrate the government’s determination to ensure that financial challenges do…
By Shafi’u Yahaya The Commander of the Anti-Phone Snatching and Illicit Drug Elimination Unit in Kano State, Officer Nura Salisu Sharada, has called on residents to actively support efforts to eliminate the sale of illicit drugs, phone snatching, and other criminal activities across the state. Speaking recently in Kano, Commander Sharada said community participation is essential to winning the fight against crime and ensuring lasting peace and security. He commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his commitment to improving security in Kano State, describing him as an action-oriented leader who has made the safety and welfare of the people a…